Universal : Riding Gear Thread

[maverhick]

I am looking for a jacket, gloves and shoes to wear for my regular cruiser rides. I am not sure where to get started, so decided to ask you folks I am from Mumbai so would really prefer very good ventilated ones to ensure I don't drown from sweating!

Not into racing, high speed stuff. Just a regular jacket that can take a beating in case something goes awry. Same for the shoes. I guess the Alpinestars are well rated/regarded.

My budget is 10-15K for the jacket and 5-10K for the shoes. 5k for the gloves. What would you guys recommend? Also if I have to check out stores in Mumbai, where are these stores and what do they stock?

[vishnus]

yup...i will go for this one bro...
what about a back pack

[stefanm]

I need boots, what is recommended?

Budget is max 7k give or take a few hundred, the main aspects I require are good protection and comfort while riding, especially for my right foot which is always up on the peg and has nothing to do, it goes numb quite often. Not bothered about walking around in them as I can easily carry a pair of flip flops in my back pack.

What i've looked at,

1) Oraza, good price but the Charlie Chaplin look does not appeal
2) Rjays, good selection to choose from, but heard no feed back, inbuilt waterproof liners scare me, in the humid tropics, breathable materials aren't what they claim to be.
3) AXO from DSG these are top of my list, but how good are they?
4) Joe rocket from PRS, seem a little over price for what they are, need some feedback
5) Order from the US via ICCworld, huge choice, though with shipping and duties will probably exceed my budget.

Any advice appreciated, please advise.

Also looking for a good pair of leather full gauntlet gloves, DSG seems to have some good gloves but which one? not interested in waterproof. There are a few from Rjays as well, but no feedback.

[shubhamAT]

I need boots, what is recommended?
5) Order from the US via ICCworld, huge choice, though with shipping and

You can have a look at Tourmaster Response 2.0. I plan to buy these too.
Tourmaster Response 2.0 Boots - RidersDiscount.com

At $89.00 + shipping ($45 IMO) + duty it should be just in your budget.

Apart from this, i will say AXO Primato II from DSG which you have already shortlisted look good and are proven. However, they are strictly for riding.

[Abhijeet Bhattacharjee]

I need boots, what is recommended?

Budget is max 7k give or take a few hundred, the main aspects I require are good protection and comfort while riding, especially for my right foot which is always up on the peg and has nothing to do, it goes numb quite often. Not bothered about walking around in them as I can easily carry a pair of flip flops in my back pack.

What i've looked at,

1) Oraza, good price but the Charlie Chaplin look does not appeal
2) Rjays, good selection to choose from, but heard no feed back, inbuilt waterproof liners scare me, in the humid tropics, breathable materials aren't what they claim to be.
3) AXO from DSG these are top of my list, but how good are they?
4) Joe rocket from PRS, seem a little over price for what they are, need some feedback
5) Order from the US via ICCworld, huge choice, though with shipping and duties will probably exceed my budget.

Any advice appreciated, please advise.

Also looking for a good pair of leather full gauntlet gloves, DSG seems to have some good gloves but which one? not interested in waterproof. There are a few from Rjays as well, but no feedback.

Boots - You can go for Axo Primato II
Gloves - Go for Axo Pro Race gloves or DSG Primal/DSG Vector

[vkuchhal]

I need boots, what is recommended?

Budget is max 7k give or take a few hundred, the main aspects I require are good protection and comfort while riding, especially for my right foot which is always up on the peg and has nothing to do, it goes numb quite often. Not bothered about walking around in them as I can easily carry a pair of flip flops in my back pack.

You can also try the cortech latigo air boots... i am using them and is happy with the fit and finish... read some comparo between cortech and AXO.. cortech seemed to be a better one..

Check revzilla.com for details..

[princesirohi]

try Rjays Highway boots.

[Nio]

Any Joe Rocket Owners or knowledgeable guys please give me a review on Big Bang Jacket. PRS offer it for 10k. Is it worth the money and how is the Jacket in overall quality and reliability levels?

[rkakkar]

Any Joe Rocket Owners or knowledgeable guys please give me a review on Big Bang Jacket. PRS offer it for 10k. Is it worth the money and how is the Jacket in overall quality and reliability levels?

Instead why don't you consider Pheonix or UFO. Both are mesh jackets. You'll get cooked in the Big Bang I feel!

[jvh]

Sidi Vertigo boots are home

Went for a short spin to test last night.They are extremely comfortable and confidence inspiring. Highly recommended for the quality and fit. Cost including shipping and duties turned out to be slightly less than 15K

A pic off the net

[maverhick]

I am looking for a jacket, gloves and shoes to wear for my regular cruiser rides. I am not sure where to get started, so decided to ask you folks I am from Mumbai so would really prefer very good ventilated ones to ensure I don't drown from sweating!

Not into racing, high speed stuff. Just a regular jacket that can take a beating in case something goes awry. Same for the shoes. I guess the Alpinestars are well rated/regarded.

My budget is 10-15K for the jacket and 5-10K for the shoes. 5k for the gloves. What would you guys recommend? Also if I have to check out stores in Mumbai, where are these stores and what do they stock?

Bumpity Bump ++++

[saurabhjd]

try Rjays Highway boots.

what about RJays Edge??
I have used RJays Edge & Highway both. Edge offers better protection than Highway. But Highway is more comfortable to walk with.

[Sarvajit]

Just got my Cramster MX3 gloves-they are as good as I expected&the fit, well-it fits like a glove!
Another good Crammy product in addition to my existing gloves, boots, jacket&protectors.

[Nio]

Instead why don't you consider Pheonix or UFO. Both are mesh jackets. You'll get cooked in the Big Bang I feel!

I already have a Cramster Pulse and having used a textile jacket for long I prefer it to mesh jackets. Also with proper ventilation I don't think that would be a problem. Now need a proper brand and a good textile jacket. That's why asked about this particular Jacket.

[maverick180]

Hello Guys,

Need some suggestions on buying a jacket.

My requirements are :

1. Mesh Jacket
2. Water Resistant/Liner would also do
3. Budget is 6k

I shortlisted the DSG Maze and the RJays Swift.

Would appreciate your advice on which one would be better. Any other suggestions are also welcome.
Thanks in advance!!!